1955 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1955 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Rover P4 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Rover | Nissan |
Model | P4 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1353 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |